Fire-Lite 1400 2-Wire Ionization Smoke Detector User manual

Brand: Fire-Lite

Model: 1400 2-Wire Ionization Smoke Detector

Category: Fire protection

Type: User manual

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GENERAL

The System Sensor 1400 ionization smoke detector re-

sponds quickly to both fast flaming and slow smoldering

fires as required by UL 268. The unipolar dual chamber

sensor has the sensitivity needed to quickly detect smoke,

and the stability needed to avoid false alarms.

FEATURES

 Detects both visible and invisible smoke.

 Used with UL listed control panels.

 Unipolar ionization sensing chamber:

a) Provides exceptional stability.

b) Factory preset 1.9% nominal sensitivity.

c) Stable operation in air velocities up to 1,200 feet-per-

minute (7.6 meters per second).

 Removable cover for field cleaning.

 Visible LED blinks in standby.

 Sealed against dirt, insects and back pressure.

 Three-year limited warranty.

 8.5 - 35 VDC operating range.

 Field metering of detector sensitivity.

 Built-in test switch.

 Low standby current.

 Built-in tamper-resistant feature.

 Direct surface or electrical box mounting.

 Remote LED option.

 Insect-resistant screening (maximum to 0.020"/0.508

mm openings).

 SEMS screws for easy wiring.

APPLICATIONS

Use to contribute to life safety, fire protection, and property

conservation. Superior to photoelectric detectors in de-

tecting fast-flaming fires. Superior to bipolar detectors in

avoiding false alarms.

CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION

The 1400 Series ionization smoke detectors contain a

unique dual source, dual unipolar chamber detection de-

sign which will sense the presence of smoke particles

produced by fast combustion as well as slow smoldering

fires. Additional key features include a blinking LED

standby status indicator, an easily visible alarm indica-

tion and provision for convenient field test and metering.

The back of the detector is sealed to block back pressure

air flow. The chamber is protected by a fine mesh (0.020"/

0.508 mm) screen to minimize problems with dust, dirt,

and insects. If cleaning is required, the cover is easily

removed (with a special tool), providing access to the

screen and chamber to perform a thorough cleaning.

INSTALLATION

Model 1400 detectors are intended for use with FireLite

UL listed control panels. Maximum number of detectors

per zone depends on capacity of panel (see FireLite De-

vice Compatibility Document #15384). Easy to install and

maintain, this detector is designed for direct surface

mounting (mounting bracket included), or mounting to a

4" octagonal or smaller box.* Easy-to-wire screw termi-

nals allow fast and simple field wiring of in, out, and re-

mote annunciator connections. The wiring diagram (page

2) shows the correct method for wiring Model 1400 detec-

tors.

To prevent wiring mistakes, observe polarities and make

certain that each conductor is identified. A copy of the

installation and maintenance instructions is packaged with

each detector. For further information, refer to NFPA 72

Standard on Automatic Fire Detectors, and to local Au-

thority Having Jurisdiction.

*NOTE: For Canadian applications, always use a mounting elec-

trical box.

1400

2-Wire Ionization Smoke Detector

June 19, 1998 F-515

Section: Conventional Initiating Devices

ISO-9001

Engineering and Manufacturing

Quality System Certified to

International Standard ISO-9001 Made in the U.S.A.

This document is not intended to be used for installation purposes. We try to keep our

product information up-to-date and accurate. We cannot cover all specific applications or

anticipate all requirements. All specifications are subject to change without notice. For

more information, contact FireLite. Phone: (203) 484-7161 FAX: (203) 484-7118

12 Clintonville Road, Northford, Connecticut 06472

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BSA

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CS308

7271-1209:102

California

State Fire

Marshal

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ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS

Smoke detector shall be an ionization type (Model 1400)

as manufactured by System Sensor. Wiring connections

shall be made by means of SEMS screws. Detector will

have a visible LED which will blink in standby and latch on

in alarm. The detector shall have a sensitivity of 1.9 ±

0.6%/ft. as measured in the UL smoke box. The detector

screen and cover should be easily removable for clean-

ing. It shall be possible to perform a sensitivity and func-

tional test on the detector without the need of generating

smoke. The detector shall have a mounting bracket that

allows for mounting to a 3-1/2" (8.89 cm) or 4" (10.16 cm)

octagonal box or a 4" (10.16) square electrical box.

SPECIFICATIONS, Model 1400

Type: Ionization.

Visual LED local alarm: Yes.

Remote LED annunciator capability: Yes.

Operating voltage range: 8.5 - 35 VDC.

Current limits:

a) Standby (max.): 100 µA @ 24 V.

b) Alarm current (typical): See Note 1.

c) Alarm current (max.): See Note 1.

Maximum ripple voltage: 4 V peak-to-peak.

Reset voltage: 2.5 VDC.

Reset time: 0.3 seconds.

Startup time: 2 seconds.

Size: 3.12" (7.9 cm) high, 5.5" (13.9 cm) diameter.

Air velocity rating: 1,200 feet per minute (7.6 meters per

second) maximum.

Weight: 0.7 lbs. (317.5 grams).

Mounting: 4" (10.16 cm) square box (1.5" [3.81 cm] min.

depth) with plaster ring; 3.5" (8.89 cm) or 4" (10.16 cm)

octagonal box; 50, 60 or 75 mm boxes.

Operating temperature: 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C).

Operating humidity: 10% to 93% relative humidity, (non-

condensing).

Latching alarm: Reset by momentary power interruption.

Test features: Test port: Insert 0.1" (2.54 mm) maxi-

mum diameter allen wrench or screwdriver into test port

on detector housing. Test module: Using a standard

voltmeter interface, insert MOD400R plug into detector's

module port. Fulfills calibrated sensitivity test per NFPA

72.

NOTE 1: Two-wire control panels must limit current to 100 mA

or less.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Model Description

1400 Ionization Smoke Detector, 2 wire, Surface

Mount.

RA400Z Remote Annunciator (LED).

MOD400R Field test module for all of the System Sen-

sor 400 Series smoke detectors.

1400 WIRING DIAGRAM

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Fire-Lite 1400 2-Wire Ionization Smoke Detector User manual

Brand: Fire-Lite

Model: 1400 2-Wire Ionization Smoke Detector

Category: Fire protection

Type: User manual

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